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Illustration of Cayla's hand wearing rings, holding a big paint brush

Let’s make a custom painting for you, your wedding, event, or guests!

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15 minute Portraits
from $37.00

These 15-minute paintings are quick 5×7, illustration-like pieces, created on watercolor paper and will be wrapped in a plastic protective sheet with a frame and backing, sent to you in the mail.
15 minute Portraits 15 minute Portraits 15 minute Portraits 15 minute Portraits 15 minute Portraits 15 minute Portraits
15 minute Portraits
from $37.00

These 15-minute paintings are quick 5×7, illustration-like pieces, created on watercolor paper and will be wrapped in a plastic protective sheet with a frame and backing, sent to you in the mail.

  • A woman standing next to an easel with a painting of people in a grand room, surrounded by green plants, smiling and in a white shirt and beige overalls.

    Live Couple Painting

    Capturing a once-in-a-lifetime moment, live at your wedding in a 100% custom painting! Perfect entertainment for your guests and will be the first heirloom of your new family!

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  • A handful of live guest portraits by Cayla the painter, matted, laying on a table together in a pile

    Live Guest Portraits

    Individual watercolor paintings, painted live, of your guests at your event. A memorable guest favor that your guests won’t forget to take home!

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  • 3 mini magnetic landscape paintings on tiny easels by Cayla the painter

    Mini Magnetic Paintings

    Small 2.5” x 2.5” canvases, painted by hand, and individually customized to your theme. Each painting will be a unique guest favor or escort card!

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  • Wedding stationery flat lay photo.

    Wedding Stationery

    Custom and designed for sentimental couples who want their invitations and paper goods to beautifully reflect their love story, personality, and wedding experience.

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  • A person's hand holding a bunch of paintbrushes against a plain gray background.

    Other Custom Paintings

    Looking for a family portrait, pet portrait, custom grad cap, or lazy susan? You have come to the right place!

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  • “Oh my goodness!!😭😍🥹 Our painting turned out so beautiful!!! I absolutely love the cardinal, and the details on my dress and the church door are to die for!!! You did so amazing, I'm obsessed, for real!!😍 thank you so so so much again. I'm excited to show it to my husband! I know he's doing to loveeee it!”

    —Cristina T.

  • “We couldn't have had a better experience with Cayla. Having live portraits given as guest favors is such a great idea that everyone will remember forever. Cayla had never done a wedding with a guest count of our size (220 guests) and she absolutely blew us away with her work. She was the ultimate professional and worked through the night and made sure she turned out amazing quality work for us and all of our wedding guests. I can't recommend her enough!”

    —Payton & Pranaya B.

  • “Cayla was absolutely amazing from beginning to end! She was incredibly nice and professional while also creating the most beautiful art piece! I am so glad that I found her when searching for an artist because of her kindness, professionalism, punctuality, and artistic abilities!”

    — Brandon B.

  • "Cayla did an adorable painting of my fur babies for me, and I could not be more excited by the results! She is an incredible artist, very responsive, and puts SO MUCH thought and energy into her work! She created a perfect memory I can keep in my home forever. If you're looking for a custom painting, I HIGHLY recommend Cayla!"

    — Larissa S.

  • “Oh my gosh, it is absolutely perfect! Cayla is such a talented artist. I can't wait to put our painting on display in our home!”

    — Shelby K.

Woman-Owned

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LGBTQ+ Friendly

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Supporter of Community

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Woman-Owned • LGBTQ+ Friendly • Supporter of Community •

Community means everything to me. I believe in giving back and using my art to help make a positive impact whenever I can. I’m proud to partner with local nonprofits whose missions I truly believe in, and to support causes that lift others up. Together, we can keep creating a kinder, inclusive, and connected world.

  • https://wish.org/wisconsin
Cayla the painter's illustration of flowers

Let’s paint!

Cayla is a talented live painter for all kinds of weddings and joyous occasions, currently based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Cayla has 10+ years worth of painting experience and specializes in taking every heartwarming moment and turning it into a work of art. From capturing your live ceremony to painting breathtaking landscapes, Cayla is a wonderful artist who is dedicated to crafting custom pieces just for you.

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